Manager - Health & Life Sciences - Monitor Deloitte

Deloitte Canada; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 101,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Deloitte Canada seeks a Manager in the Healthcare and Life Sciences practice, responsible for leading project delivery and business development. This role requires strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, shaping healthcare's future in Canada while fostering client relationships. Ideal candidates have significant industry experience and can demonstrate a commitment to excellence in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

$4,000 annual mental health support

$1,300 flexible benefit spending account

Deloitte Days for firm-wide closures

Development and Innovation Days

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in strategic roles within healthcare or life sciences.
• Fluency in English essential; French is a plus.
• Proven experience in leading teams and managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Building relationships with senior clients across the healthcare sector.
• Leading business development and overall project delivery.
• Helping shape the future of healthcare and life sciences in Canada.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Financial acumen

Problem-solving

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Technical proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, life sciences, business, or related fields

MBA or relevant master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Type:Permanent
Work Model:Hybrid
Reference code:128764
Primary Location:Edmonton, AB
All Available Locations:Edmonton, AB

Our Purpose

At Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters. We exist to inspire and help our people, organizations, communities, and countries to thrive by building a better future. Our work underpins a prosperous society where people can find meaning and opportunity. It builds consumer and business confidence, empowers organizations to find imaginative ways of deploying capital, enables fair, trusted, and functioning social and economic institutions, and allows our friends, families, and communities to enjoy the quality of life that comes with a sustainable future. And as the largest 100% Canadian-owned and operated professional services firm in our country, we are proud to work alongside our clients to make a positive impact for all Canadians.

By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

• Have many careers in one Firm.
• Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness.
• Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching

-- What will your typical day look like?

As a Manager, you will build long term relationships with senior executive clients (i.e., C-suite, EVP, SVP level) across the Healthcare and Life Sciences sector (e.g. ministries, agencies, operators, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, health insurance, wellness, digital health).

You will help shape the future of healthcare and life sciences in Canada, solving complex problems that directly improve patient outcomes, health system performance, and industry innovation.

You will also identify and lead business development opportunities; assume overall leadership in the delivery of projects, supported by a core team of Consultants; leverage your expertise and curiosity about emerging trends, digital innovations, and transformative business practices shaping the future of healthcare and life sciences.; contribute to the growth and development of the Strategy & Business Design practice; create a learning environment through leadership, participating in the development and delivery of industry training programs; and must be legally able to work in Canada - the ability to enter the USA and Chile to work on client assignments is also an asset.

About the team

Managers are leaders within the Strategy & Business Design practice (Monitor Deloitte) of Deloitte Strategy Risk & Transactions business, principally responsible for business development and overall project delivery leadership.

A Manager possesses deep health and life sciences sector knowledge and consulting skills depth such that they are viewed both internally and externally as “subject matter experts” in their respective fields. Additionally, managers play an internal role in firm management, supporting practice-building initiatives and actively contributing to the practice’s distinct culture as organizational role models.

You will have access to structured leadership training, mentorship from industry-leading professionals, and clear pathways for career advancement toward senior leadership roles.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

To excel as a Manager within Monitor Deloitte’s Healthcare and Life Sciences practice, you bring:

Education & Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree (health sciences, life sciences, business, economics, or related disciplines preferred) or equivalent professional experience in the healthcare and life sciences sectors
• An MBA or relevant master’s degree combined with experience or a background in healthcare and life sciences is considered a strong asset
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in strategic roles within healthcare, life sciences, or adjacent sectors (e.g., care delivery, wellness, pharmaceuticals, health insurance)
• Proven experience leading teams, managing client relationships, and delivering complex strategic projects
• Fluency in English is essential; bilingual proficiency (English/French) is an asset

Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Proven expertise in business development and strategic client engagement.
• Experience or interest in emerging healthcare innovations, including digital health, AI, and advanced analytics
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of influencing and advising senior stakeholders
• Strong project management abilities, financial acumen, and problem-solving creativity

Personal Attributes:

• Passionate about creating positive impact within healthcare and life sciences sectors
• Commitment to excellence, continuous learning, and active community engagement
• Comfortable with digital health innovations and health technology trends (e.g., virtual care, AI-driven diagnostics, personalized medicine)

We are looking for applicants who can clearly demonstrate the following skills:

• Analytical & Quantitative Skills: Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, build business cases and make data-driven decisions
• Strategic Thinking: Strong capability to think strategically and develop long-term plans.
• Project Management: Proficiency in managing multiple projects or workstreams simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes
• Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, and financial forecasting
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to ambiguous challenges
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively
• Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with strategy tools and frameworks
• Industry Expertise: Strong working background and expertise in the Health and Life Sciences sector (or relevant adjacencies)

Total Rewards

The salary range for this position is $101,000 - $169,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver.

Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization.On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include: $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits, a $1,300 flexible benefit spending account, firm-wide closures known as "Deloitte Days", dedicated days of for learning (known as Development and Innovation Days), flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.

Our promise to our people: Deloitte is where potential comes to life.

Be yourself, and more.

We are a group of talented people who want to learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to advance.

You shape how we make impact.

Diverse perspectives and life experiences make us better. Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, we want you to feel like you belong here. We provide flexible working options to support you and how you can contribute.

Be the leader you want to be

Some guide teams, some change culture, some build essential expertise. We offer opportunities and experiences that support your continuing growth as a leader.

Have as many careers as you want.

We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles – and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.

The next step is yours

At Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively – that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our AccessAbility Action Plan , Reconciliation Action Planand theBlackNorth Initiative .

We encourage you to connect with us at [e-mail] if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) [e-mail] for any questions relating to careers for Indigenous peoples at Deloitte (First Nations, Inuit, Métis).

By applying to this job you will be assessed against the Deloitte Global Talent Standards. We’ve designed these standards to provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte experience globally.

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